The July 2017 Member Competition theme was Moment of Impact and judged by Rick Kent. To enter future photo club competitions, please join and then submit your images. If it’s your first time submitting, please be sure to review the competition rules.

May’s competition was open (no theme). Alex Suarez was our judge for the meeting. Alex is a formal trained photographer and founder of APS. The winning images are below.

Class 1

We had 24 class 1 entries with 6 awards (1st, 2nd and 3rd and three honorable mentions).

1st – Jungle Cruise by Shawn Hutcherson

The judge’s paraphrased thoughts on why this image won:

This image reveal many layers in its composition (water, elephants, more water, vegetation, rocks, etc.), the criss-crossing elements, the depth of field, the action all contributed to create a superb image.

2nd – Tasty Treat by Ashley Piel

3rd – Flow by Stacy Wells

Honorable Mentions

The Girl on the Stairs, Carok McAllen

Easter Bunny, Shawn Hutcherson

The Most Wonderful Chapter in the Book of Life, Carol McAlle

Class 2

We had 12 entries in class 2 with 3 awards (1st, 2nd and 3rd). The winning images are below.

1st – A Sprinkle by Josh Baker

The judge’s paraphrased thoughts on why this image won:

This image display great texture, well placed focus selection and a strong composition. The flying particles of powdered sugar take it one step further! Technically well lit, exposed, processed.

Class 1

1st – Misty Morning by Carol McAllen

The judge’s paraphrased thoughts on why this image won:

This is a great landscape photo. The photographer hit all the key elements. They were there at the right time of day (early morning presumably), during the right time of year (leaves changing) under the right conditions (mist rising over the creek). The composition is pleasingly broken into triangular elements.

2nd – Cambodian Mother and Child – Janet White

3rd – Palacious Shrimper by Dennis Isenberg

Honorable Mentions

Esses in the Rain, Bill Bunton

Reflections, Shawn Hutcherson

Yellow Hat, Sabrena Rexing

Class 2

We had 17 entries in class 2 with 4 awards (1st, 2nd, 3rd and 1 honorable mention). The winning images are below.

1st – The Eyes Have It by Keith Mitchell

The judge’s paraphrased thoughts on why this image won:

Photos of babies are hard to make interesting to viewers beyond the friends and family context. This photo transcends that. While the lighting and post processing are good, what really makes the photo is the babies eyes. They are staring straight and intensely into the camera which creates a connection with the viewer.

2nd – Maty by Elizabeth Zimmerman

3rd – A Gargoyles View by Travis Johnson

Honorable Mention – Drowning in Love by Emily Crowell-Stevens

Our second competition was judged by Geoff Hammond, a classically trained photographer working for clients, producing stock photography and who has a background evaluating images for iStock Photo. We had 22 entries and gave out 6 awards, 1st, 2nd, 3rd and 3 honorable mentions. The winning images are below.

1st Place – The Astrophotographer by Andrew Fritz

The judge’s paraphrased thoughts on why this image won:

While the technical skill of this image is obvious, the feeling communicated is what completes this image. There is a definite sense of awe from the silhouetted photographer.

About NAPfS

Club Meetings

NAPfS meets the first Thursday of each month, year around, rain or shine. For the current meeting location, see the blog. Meetings start at 7:00 PM with a meet and greet, followed by official activities starting at 7:15 PM. Meetings typically conclude by 9:00 PM. Members, their guests, and non-members alike are welcome.

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About NAPfS

North Austin Pfotographic Society is a 501(c)7 non-profit photography club located in north Austin, Texas. All experience levels and genre of photographers are welcome. The club hosts monthly meetings with speakers and a live critiqued competition and regular field trips.